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High Court Rules Against Good Law Project in Facilities Case

2/14/2026

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The Good Law Project lost its challenge against the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) over guidance on facilities.
The High Court ruled the GLP lacked standing and EHRC's actions were lawful.
The ruling could shield some women's services but raises concerns about trans people at work.
Campaigners warn of a workers' rights crisis as bathroom access depends on employment status; GLP plans to appeal.

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Story summary

The Good Law Project lost its challenge against the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) over guidance on facilities.
The High Court ruled the GLP lacked standing and EHRC's actions were lawful.
The ruling could shield some women's services but raises concerns about trans people at work.
Campaigners warn of a workers' rights crisis as bathroom access depends on employment status; GLP plans to appeal.